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Softcover, 50 pages; very good condition; clean and crisp; no internal marks. Foreign shipping may be extra.

Softcover, 68 pages, in English and German; very good condition, clean and crisp; no internal marks. Foreign shipping may be extra.

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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. First Edition. 509 pp. English & Arabic text, edited by Charles Pocock and Samar Faruqi, colour frontispiece, 211 colour illustrations and 42 B/W photos, figures, limited edition of 1000 copies of which this copy is numbered 15 part of the Series: Modern and Contemporary Art, published by the Publications Department of Meem with Art Advisory Associates Ltd.- Dia al-Azzawi studied first archaeology and then fine arts in Baghdad. His work includes paintings, prints, drawings and books as well as sculpture. As a prominent Iraqi artist now living in London, he plays an important role in the promotion of Iraqi and Arab art to wider audiences. In 1969 he formed the art group New Vision along with other artists such as Rafa al-Nasiri, Mohammed Muhriddin, Ismail Fattah, Hachem al Samarchi, and Saleh al-Jumaie. Al-Azzawi joined the One Dimension group that Shakir Hassan al-Said initiated but remained within the fold of New Vision until 1972. Beyond painting, Al-Azzawi's work includes sculptures, prints, and drawings, as well as books through which visual art interacts with prose and poetry. He has exhibited extensively in the Middle East, North Africa, United States, India, Brazil, and Europe, including a retrogressive exhibition, "Dia Azzawi," at the Institute du Monde Arabe (IMA) in Paris in 2002. In 1976, Al-Azzawi relocated to London to work as an art consultant at the Iraqi Cultural Centre. An interesting change can be witnessed in Azzawi's style over the decades, the transfer from a more gritty detailed style that was witnessed mostly in his 70's Ink drawings to a rather more colourful and abstract approach. But one common factor can be seen among them is the inclusion of Arabic letters and worded elements which made him part of the Word Into Art exhibition in The British Museum. #30950.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Book in first class unused condition. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 2009, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Dia Al-Azzawi: Retrospective is a comprehensive exploration of the life and work of one of the foremost figures in Arab art and culture, Dia Al-Azzawi. Authored by Charles Pocock, this book serves as both a record and celebration of Al-Azzawi's artistic journey from the 1960s through to 2008. It documents a non-commercial solo retrospective exhibition held at Emirates Palace, alongside exhibitions at Meem Gallery in Dubai and Ghaf Gallery in Abu Dhabi, marking a pioneering effort to elevate modern Arab art within both local and international contexts.The publication aims to highlight the significance of Al-Azzawi's contributions to the development of contemporary Arab art while advocating for a greater understanding and appreciation of this artistic movement. Through collaboration with experts like Nada Shabout, the book emphasises the urgent need for broader exposure of modern Arab art, underlining the valuable role Al-Azzawi has played in fostering connections between artists, curators, and collectors. The text not only chronicles Al-Azzawi's artistic achievements but also charts the evolution of Arab art as a discipline influenced by cultural exchange and dialogue.By preserving the essence of Al-Azzawi's work and legacy, Dia Al-Azzawi: Retrospective aims to serve as an important educational resource for future generations, ensuring that the vibrant history of modern Arab art is documented and accessible. The publication reflects the critical initiatives spearheaded by Al-Azzawi, including his seminal projects at the Iraqi Cultural Centre in London, which have been instrumental in promoting Arab art on a global stage and fostering cultural unity.…

Hardcover. Condition: New. A book that highlights the enduring talent of a group of contemporary Iraqi artists who are united in their experience of exile. Modern Iraqi art represents one of the main foundation stones of modern Arab culture. As with Iran, modern and contemporary culture in Iraq draws heavily on its rich pre-Islamic and Islamic heritage, from the Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian civilizations through to Ottoman Baghdad, the Iraq of the Baath Party, and today a country that has been ravaged by foreign invasion. In the 1970s, Baghdad was at the center of a pan-Arab art movement. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, it became clear that the art movement was becoming a political tool of propaganda for the Baath Party. Forced to work within the parameters set by the government, a number of leading artists decided to leave Iraq for Europe and North America. Today, a new generation of Iraqi artists is receiving much-deserved international acclaim. Their art draws increasing attention from international seasoned collectors and is at the forefront of modern and contemporary Arab art.…